BMW M4 vs. BMW Z4
When we compare the BMW M4's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW Z4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M4's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the BMW Z4 is a better car than the BMW M4.
BMW M4 vs. BMW Z4 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M4's price is between $97,142 and $108,780, with the BMW Z4 priced between $58,290 and $75,236.
BMW M4 vs. BMW Z4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M4 loses 43.7 percent of its value and the BMW Z4 loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the BMW M4 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW Z4.
BMW M4 vs. BMW Z4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M4 is 6.9 out of 10 while the BMW Z4's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the BMW M4 being ranked 17 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the BMW Z4 being ranked 10 out of 26. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the BMW M4 is ranked 27 and the BMW Z4 is ranked 17.
BMW M4 vs. BMW Z4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M4 is 7.2 out of 10. For the BMW Z4 the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW Z4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M4’s base engine makes 503 horsepower, and the BMW Z4 base engine makes 255 horsepower. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The Z4 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the BMW Z4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
97142 - 108780
Used Asking Price:
87544 - 103767
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437019
Pricing
New Asking Price:
58290 - 75236
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443609
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW Z4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.570496 / 10
Reliability:
8.140992 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 23Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 40Ranking
36 out of / 40BMW Z4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 23Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
33 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M4 Trim Levels
Competition xDrive, Base, Competition
BMW Z4 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
503 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4306 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3314 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.4 inches
Length:
170.7 inches
Wheelbase:
97.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18