Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
turbocharged 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 402 hp@5000 443 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 108.7 in | -10.4 in |
Length | 166.9 in | 185.0 in | -18.1 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.3 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 55.0 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3538 lb. | 4344 lb. | -806 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.1 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.0 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 72.1 in (over 2 rows) | -29.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.9 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
What rear seat? see full BMW Z4 review |
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