BMW Z4 (G29)
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Comparison overview
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Best choices
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 2) 442 hp
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph Unrestricted280 km/h174 mph Restricted
- Lightest1,535 kg3,384 lb
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions168 g/km
- Best estimated range703 km437 mi
- Largest trunk281 L
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score32/100
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.5 s
- Most powerful510 hp380 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Best power-to-weight332 hp/t248 kW/t3.0 kg/hp
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score91/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp |
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| Power | 442hp330kW+102 hp | 510hp380kW+170 hp | 401hp299kW+61 hp | 340hp254kW |
| Torque | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,535kg3,384lb | 1,535kg3,384lb | 1,535kg3,384lb | 1,535kg3,384lb |
| Gross weight | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 52.3s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-5.2 s Calculated | 44.8s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-12.8 s Calculated | 51.6s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-5.9 s Calculated | 57.6s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-0.7 s | 3.5s-1.0 s | 4.1s-0.4 s | 4.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.4s-3.8 s Calculated | 10.3s-5.0 s Calculated | 13.1s-2.2 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 3.3s-0.9 s Calculated | 3.9s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 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 city | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-0.9 s Calculated | 11.2s-1.4 s Calculated | 12.0s-0.5 s Calculated | 12.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 288hp/t215kW/t131hp/1000 lb Calculated | 332hp/t248kW/t151hp/1000 lb Calculated | 261hp/t195kW/t119hp/1000 lb Calculated | 221hp/t165kW/t100hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 440Nm/t294lb-ft/ton Calculated | 505Nm/t338lb-ft/ton Calculated | 397Nm/t266lb-ft/ton Calculated | 326Nm/t218lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 703km437mi Calculated | 703km437mi Calculated | 703km437mi Calculated | 703km437mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu 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 | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 114mm4in | 114mm4in | 114mm4in | 114mm4in |
| Trunk volume | 281L | 281L | 281L | 281L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 52L | 52L | 52L | 52L |
| CO2 emissions | 168g/km | 168g/km | 168g/km | 168g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 2) 442 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 1) 401 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW Z4 (G29) M40i 340 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.3 s | 3.9 s | 4.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 3.5 s | 4.1 s | 4.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.4 s | 10.3 s | 13.1 s | 15.2 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 1.9 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.0 s | 5.3 s | 5.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.7 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 9.5 s | 10.1 s | 10.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 11.2 s | 12.0 s | 12.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 202 km/h 126 mph | 209 km/h 130 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW |
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp has 170 hp more than BMW Z4 (G29) M40i 340 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW Z4 (G29) M40i 340 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp: 170 hp (127 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 1,535 kg 3,384 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 3.8 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 3.5 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 4.1 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 4.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) M40i 340 hp: 1.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 2) 442 hp and BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 1) 401 hp, separated by only 0.2 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 332 hp/t 248 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 261 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 221 hp/t 165 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 703 km 437 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 703 km 437 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 703 km 437 mi |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 703 km 437 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW | 3.8 s | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW | 3.5 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW | 4.1 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW | 4.5 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 3.5 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 4.5 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)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | 332 hp/t 248 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | 261 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | 221 hp/t 165 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMWZ4 (G29)M40i340 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 442 hp 330 kW | 510 hp 380 kW | 401 hp 299 kW | 340 hp 254 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 3.5 s | 4.1 s | 4.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb | 1,535 kg 3,384 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 703 km 437 mi | 703 km 437 mi | 703 km 437 mi | 703 km 437 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 168 g/km | 168 g/km | 168 g/km | 168 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 | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 332 hp/t 248 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 261 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 221 hp/t 165 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 2) 442 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 1) 401 hp | BMW Z4 (G29) M40i 340 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 2) 442 hp
- Has 3 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW Z4 (G29) M40i (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Has 68 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 44 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Best power-to-weight ratio
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