BMW M3 vs. BMW Z4 M
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW M3 and BMW Z4 M contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW M3 and the BMW Z4 M.
When we compare the BMW M3's and the BMW Z4 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The BMW Z4 M has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3's and the BMW Z4 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 is a better car than the BMW Z4 M.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 414 horsepower, and the BMW Z4 M base engine makes 330 horsepower. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 315 miles. The Z4 M is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 334 miles. This gives the BMW Z4 M the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M3. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW M3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The BMW Z4 M has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$64,950
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$52,100
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,066
Price Range:
$15,788 - $36,086
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
22
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,347
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Used Car Pricing
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Price Range:
-
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
80,649
# Good or Great Deals:
0
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW Z4 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW Z4 M
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
BMW M3 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW Z4 M Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base
BMW Z4 M Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
414 hp @ 8300 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.104 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
330 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
218 / 334 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
57.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3991 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
181.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
51.3 inches
Length:
161.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Jerez Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Interlagos Blue Metallic / Silverstone II Metallic
Gray
Space Gray Metallic / Sparkling Graphite Metallic
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
White
Alpine White
Brown
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Interlagos Blue Metallic / Monaco Blue Metallic
Gray
Space Gray Metallic
Red
Imola Red
White
Alpine White
Brown
Sepang Bronze Metallic
Silver
Titanium Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Bamboo Beige Novillo Extended Leather / Bamboo Beige Novillo Leather
Black
Black Novillo Extended Leather / Black Novillo Leather
Red
Fox Red Novillo Extended Leather / Fox Red Novillo Leather
Silver
Silver Novillo Extended Leather / Silver Novillo Leather
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Extended Nappa Leather / Black Nappa Leather
Red
Imola Red Nappa Leather
Silver
Not available
Brown
Sepang Bronze Light Extended Nappa Leather / Sepang Bronze Light Nappa Leather / Sepang Brown Dark Nappa Leather
