BMW Z4 (G29)
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Comparison overview
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BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.2 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful387 hp289 kW
- Highest torque620 Nm457 lb-ft
- Lightest1,415 kg3,120 lb
- Best power-to-weight273 hp/t204 kW/t3.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions139 g/km
- Best estimated range852 km530 mi
- Largest trunk281 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score32/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp |
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| Power | 387hp289kW+129 hp | 335hp250kW+77 hp | 304hp227kW+46 hp | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 620Nm457lb-ft+220 Nm | 540Nm398lb-ft+140 Nm | 488Nm360lb-ft+88 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,415kg3,120lb | 1,415kg3,120lb | 1,415kg3,120lb | 1,415kg3,120lb |
| Gross weight | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 55.5s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-12.4 s Calculated | 63.0s99% target: 287 km/h / 178 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 63.1s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-4.8 s Calculated | 67.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2s-1.2 s | 4.6s-0.8 s | 4.9s-0.5 s | 5.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.5s-6.2 s Calculated | 14.0s-4.7 s Calculated | 15.8s-2.9 s Calculated | 18.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.6s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.1s-1.4 s Calculated | 12.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 273hp/t204kW/t124hp/1000 lb Calculated | 237hp/t177kW/t108hp/1000 lb Calculated | 215hp/t160kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 182hp/t136kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 438Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 382Nm/t255lb-ft/ton Calculated | 345Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 283Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 852km530mi Calculated | 852km530mi Calculated | 852km530mi Calculated | 852km530mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,324mm170in | 4,324mm170in | 4,324mm170in | 4,324mm170in |
| Width | 1,864mm73in | 1,864mm73in | 1,864mm73in | 1,864mm73in |
| Height | 1,304mm51in | 1,304mm51in | 1,304mm51in | 1,304mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,470mm97in | 2,470mm97in | 2,470mm97in | 2,470mm97in |
| Front track | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,616mm64in | 1,616mm64in | 1,616mm64in | 1,616mm64in |
| Ground clearance | 117mm5in | 117mm5in | 117mm5in | 117mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 281L | 281L | 281L | 281L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 52L | 52L | 52L | 52L |
| CO2 emissions | 139g/km | 139g/km | 139g/km | 139g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 2) 335 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 1) 304 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) 30i 258 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,550-4,400 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,550-4,400 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,550-4,400 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,550-4,400 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.0 s | 4.4 s | 4.6 s | 5.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 4.9 s | 5.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.5 s | 14.0 s | 15.8 s | 18.7 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.7 s | 5.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.0 s | 8.3 s | 8.5 s | 8.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.2 s | 10.6 s | 10.9 s | 11.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 197 km/h 122 mph | 189 km/h 118 mph | 182 km/h 113 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW |
BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp has 129 hp more than BMW Z4 (G29) 30i 258 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW Z4 (G29) 30i 258 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp: 129 hp (96 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 4.2 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 4.6 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 4.9 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 5.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) 30i 258 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 2) 335 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 1) 304 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 852 km 530 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 852 km 530 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 852 km 530 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 852 km 530 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW | 4.2 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW | 4.6 s | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW | 4.9 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW | 5.4 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp |
| 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp |
| 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp |
| 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp |
| 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 4.6 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 3)387 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 2)335 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i (Stage 1)304 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)30i258 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 387 hp 289 kW | 335 hp 250 kW | 304 hp 227 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb | 1,415 kg 3,120 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km 38.6 mpg US 46.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 852 km 530 mi | 852 km 530 mi | 852 km 530 mi | 852 km 530 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 139 g/km | 139 g/km | 139 g/km | 139 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 281 L 9.9 cu ft | 281 L 9.9 cu ft | 281 L 9.9 cu ft | 281 L 9.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 2) 335 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 1) 304 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) 30i 258 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK | 6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.67 LC100 km | 10.67 LC100 km | 10.67 LC100 km | 10.67 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.18 LC100 mi | 17.18 LC100 mi | 17.18 LC100 mi | 17.18 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 915 L242 US gal201 UK gal | 915 L242 US gal201 UK gal | 915 L242 US gal201 UK gal | 915 L242 US gal201 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,601 LC/year | 1,601 LC/year | 1,601 LC/year | 1,601 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Has 52 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 2 km/h (1 mph) higher top speed
- Has 36 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW Z4 (G29) 30i (Stage 2) 335 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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