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 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,885 mm | 2,494 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,856 mm | 4,112 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,847 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,267 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,925 kg | 1,460 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 55 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 947 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,334 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 0 mm | 914 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,067 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 498 L | 261 L | 237 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,651 L | 9.2 | -8.2 L |
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |