Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Lexus IS | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,494 mm | 2,731 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,092 mm | 4,636 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,298 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,450 kg | 1,889 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 65 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 947 mm | 973 mm | -26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,334 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,377 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 917 mm | -917 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,135 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 658 mm | -658 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,067 mm (over 1 row) | 1,778 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 241 L | 306 L | -65 L |
2007 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 |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. 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 |
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |