New Z4 will be a PROBLEM

BoostedBMW · 12-16-2008, 02:26 PM

^ I'm more interested in the handling feel than a tenth difference in the quarter mile. For either though a fixed roof coupe would be best, which is what I'm hoping for.

darkphantom · 12-16-2008, 02:35 PM

I'm still wondering if they're going to make a fixed roof coupe. =/

danniexi · 12-16-2008, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by darkphantom

I'm still wondering if they're going to make a fixed roof coupe. =/

I'm pretty sure they will. They made one with the current Z4 (coupe vs roadster) and they did the same with the 3er (coupe vs. hardtop cabriolet). The directors of BMW say that because of the difference in dynamics with having a fixed roof and a folding hardtop, they will offer customers who want those differences in their vehicles... at least that was said when the E92 coupe came out (with the E93 already planned out).

Duke · 12-16-2008, 03:15 PM

I say the coupe is coming. BMW has not failed to bring us a Z coupe for the last couple of models. any speculations on what the new Z4M will have

addy85 · 12-16-2008, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by exidisjon

Isnt the M5 only 5 series with V8TT? And 535 being a v6tt?

bmw doesn't make a v6tt

The M5 is a V10 and it's going to be interesting to see what BMW does to the new M engine line (m3, m5, m6)

I'd be interested in a M3 if its a ttv8 running 11's stock

silvrevo · 12-16-2008, 03:59 PM

I thought I seen 3500lbs. for the Z4 the other day?

Boost Gomez · 12-16-2008, 04:43 PM

Wow, imagine a Z4 M coupe with a twin turbo V8.

Booster · 12-16-2008, 05:37 PM

BMW makes Inline 6's... Not V

addy85 · 12-16-2008, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Booster

BMW makes Inline 6's... Not V

+1

sd390r · 12-17-2008, 03:32 AM

the z4 wont be any faster than the 335/135 at that weight

it has alot of cool suspension adjustments that are almost identical to the m3 though

handling will definitely be improved, not so much straight line speed

all youre going to gain there is probably some better aerodynamics

and so far it doesnt show anything other than hard top convertible, really hope they make a coupe too

Adam@Riss Racing · 12-17-2008, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by sd390r

the z4 wont be any faster than the 335/135 at that weight

it has alot of cool suspension adjustments that are almost identical to the m3 though

handling will definitely be improved, not so much straight line speed

all youre going to gain there is probably some better aerodynamics

and so far it doesnt show anything other than hard top convertible, really hope they make a coupe too

+1

Straight line should be fairly close. This car would handle on rails if it had a fixed roof!

ducati955 · 12-17-2008, 07:38 AM

z4 looks cool. dam, 5 series twin turbo, omg, thats just insane......

Martinmaxx · 12-17-2008, 08:02 AM

Top speed for the Z4 sDrive 35i with sport package is only 240km/h?

Thats the X6 35i top speed with the same engine!!! Is that electronically or drag limited? Or maybe a typo...

Anyhow, it looks like the Z4 has a higher drag coefficient than a 335i E92, and also weights almost the same... so it should not be any quicker in a straight line (and slower at higher speeds).

But on looks alone is a clear winner!

The_AMG_Hunter · 12-17-2008, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Martinmaxx

Top speed for the Z4 sDrive 35i with sport package is only 240km/h?

Thats the X6 35i top speed with the same engine!!! Is that electronically or drag limited? Or maybe a typo...

Anyhow, it looks like the Z4 has a higher drag coefficient than a 335i E92, and also weights almost the same... so it should not be any quicker in a straight line (and slower at higher speeds).

But on looks alone is a clear winner!

electronically limited all German cars are limited to 155mph

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 12-17-2008, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Martinmaxx

Top speed for the Z4 sDrive 35i with sport package is only 240km/h?

Thats the X6 35i top speed with the same engine!!! Is that electronically or drag limited? Or maybe a typo...

Anyhow, it looks like the Z4 has a higher drag coefficient than a 335i E92, and also weights almost the same... so it should not be any quicker in a straight line (and slower at higher speeds).

But on looks alone is a clear winner!

I am actually suprised it has a higher drag coefficient. Thats interesting.

Mike

Martinmaxx · 12-17-2008, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by e90_DriftStar

electronically limited all German cars are limited to 155mph

I know, but the speed limit for german cars is usually 250km/h, and this Z4 has a top speed of only 240km/h. Why?

Martinmaxx · 12-17-2008, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by N54Tuning.com

I am actually suprised it has a higher drag coefficient. Thats interesting.

Mike

Z4 35i: 0.35 drag coefficient

335i E92: 0.30

dr.roro · 12-17-2008, 02:58 PM

Please oh please bring that 7spd DCT to the 2010 E92 facelift!

sflgator · 12-17-2008, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by dr.roro

Please oh please bring that 7spd DCT to the 2010 E92 facelift!

The 7-speed DCT should be available on the '10 E92 (at least one would think this is reasonable

); it's already available on the '09 E92 in Europe and now we know the '10 Z4 will be getting it.

darkphantom · 12-17-2008, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Martinmaxx

Z4 35i: 0.35 drag coefficient

335i E92: 0.30

you should compare it with the
335i E93: 0.31

I mean not exactly the same, but still...cabrio vs. cabrio...

Martinmaxx · 12-17-2008, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by darkphantom

you should compare it with the
335i E93: 0.31

I mean not exactly the same, but still...cabrio vs. cabrio...

That's fair. Anyhow, the new Z4 drag figures are not ideal for top speed runs nor fuel efficiency at high speeds.

I still don't understand why it tops at "only" 240km/h...

sd390r · 12-18-2008, 03:15 AM

lol looks > the 335/135?

ehh

not so much

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