The new BMW Z4 will make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show later this month and will attempt to establish the all-new roadster as a bona fide sports rather than a boulevard cruiser.

The Z4 will initially be launched with two 6-cylinder models – the 2.5i and the top of the range 3.0i. The 2.5i develops a maximum output of 192 bhp at 6,000 rpm and the 3.0i 231 bhp at 5,900 rpm. Acceleration from 0-62 mph is reached in 7.0 seconds in the 2.5i and 5.9 seconds in the 3.0i. Top speeds are 146 mph and 155 mph respectively. The 2.5i weights 1,260 kg, the 3.0i being only slightly heavier at 1,290 kg. A new chassis has been designed for the Z4 which succeeds in delivering 50:50 weight distribution and a wide track. For drivers in search of an even more dynamic and sporting performance M Technic sports suspension, lowered by 15 mm, is available. The new Z4 comes with Driver Stability Control as standard. Integrated within DSC is ASC (Automatic Stability Control), which reduces power and applies the brakes individually on the drive wheels to avoid any loss of traction. This function has now been extended by the addition of Dynamic Traction Control (DTC). DTC offers many of the benefits of a limited slip differential but at the extremes of driving stability will apparently act as a safety net. DTC allows greater slip angles on the rear wheels up to a speed of approximately 50 mph. To go with your ASC, DSC and DTC is DDC (Dynamic Drive Control). By simply pressing a button, the enthusiastic driver can sharpen the response of the car still further. Available as an option, DDC gives more engine power for a smaller movement of the throttle and applies a more sporting and dynamic engine control map. DDC is also available on Z4 models fitted with SSG (Sports Sequential Gearbox) or with automatic transmission. On both, the DDC button allows higher engine speeds before gear changes, whilst the change itself is achieved even more quickly. DDC also provides more direct steering on all transmission types. The new BMW Z4 is fitted with a gadgets including electronic power steering, runflat tyres, H7 high beam headlights and a fully electric roof with a scratch-proof rear window.

 

Still nothing better than a 300zxTT for under £100k. IMHO

 

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Z first and anything else is secondary!

John Newcomb (NukeEm)

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Would really have to see both in the flesh, but for me they both have pluses,

for my money probably the zed as i love the car lol, but beemer is very cool and different.

I would have the Z350 with whole sports package on.

Deffo the 350Z track edition!!!! Then again I might wait for the supercharged version

id have the Z

 

lol

gimme the bimmer but only because of the residuals a z is gonna lose money far quicker than the bmw ever will and if you ever been to a bmw main agent as opposed to a nissan main dealer you'll know bmw are leagues ahead