A coupe version of the Z4 would be as fast as the supra
BMW Z4 M40i vs Toyota Supra
| Category | BMW Z4 M40i | Toyota Supra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.0 l R6 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 387 / 382 | 387 / 382 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 500 / 369 | 499 / 368 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1603 / 3534 | 1523 / 3358 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 242 / 238 | 254 / 251 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW Z4 M40i | Toyota Supra |
|---|---|---|
| Motortrend Figure-8 | 0:24.00 | 0:23.70 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | BMW Z4 M40i | Toyota Supra |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 60 mph | 3.8 s | 3.7 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 9.1 s | 8.8 s |
| 0 - 130 mph | 15.9 s | 15.2 s |
| 1/4 mile | 12.3 s @ 116.0 mph | 12.1 s @ 117.0 mph |
General performance
| Category | BMW Z4 M40i | Toyota Supra |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 11.8 l/100 km (20 mpg US / 24 UK) | 6.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US / 41 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 1.02 g (10 m/s²) | 1.07 g (10 m/s²) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 31 m (101 ft) | 30 m (100 ft) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 45 m (148 ft) | 45 m (147 ft) |
Summary
| Category | BMW Z4 M40i | Toyota Supra |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 96 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 830 | 1100 |
| Total | 926 | 1200 |
Verdict
Supra is the fastest by considerable margin.
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FastestLaps 2y ago
Interesting... I didn't even realize there is no fixed roof Z4 anymore. In that case the Supra actually is much more than BMW copy because it offers something uniquely different (The Z4 platform with hardtop, in addition to obvious visual differences and cheaper price).
