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BMW 5-Series (2010) vs. BMW Z4 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 BMW Z4 specs.

2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 BMW Z4 Specifications

Model Year 2010 2008  
Model BMW 5-Series BMW Z4  
Engine 5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
330 hp@7900
262 lb-ft@4900
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.6 in 98.2 in 15.4 in
Length 191.2 in 161.9 in 29.3 in
Width 72.7 in 70.1 in 2.6 in
Height 58.7 in 49.9 in 8.8 in
Curb Weight 4243 lb. 3219 lb. 1024 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.6 in 37.3 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 52.5 in 4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 42.0 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 0.0 in 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 0.0 in 57.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 0.0 in 36 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 42 in (over 1 rows) 35.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.6 ft3 9.2 ft3 8.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.3 ft3 9.2 ft3 49.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 5-Series

2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW Z4

2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review
 
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