Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 435 hp@5100 444 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 117.8 in | -19.5 in |
Length | 166.9 in | 202.2 in | -35.3 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 76.7 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 57.5 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3538 lb. | 4508 lb. | -970 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 59.1 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Total Legroom | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -37.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
2012 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
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