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X3 M50 xDrive vs Z4 M40i

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
X3 M50 xDrive
Beats the Z4 M40i by 0.00s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive beats the Z4 M40i by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the X3 M50 xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
393 hp
382 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4.4s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
3.0L Turbo I6
Fuel
Mild Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
580 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$65,000
$68,000

Simulated race times

Distance
X3 M50 xDrive
Z4 M40i
100 m
5.511s
5.511s
1/8 mile
8.173s
8.173s
1/4 mile
12.348s
12.348s
1 km
22.372s
22.372s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: X3 M50 xDrive is $65,000 vs $68,000 for the Z4 M40i — a $3,000 gap. Power: X3 M50 xDrive makes 11 hp more (393 vs 382).

FAQ

Which is faster, the X3 M50 xDrive or the Z4 M40i?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive is faster, beating the Z4 M40i by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the X3 M50 xDrive vs the Z4 M40i?

The X3 M50 xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the Z4 M40i does it in 4.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The X3 M50 xDrive produces 393 hp; the Z4 M40i produces 382 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The X3 M50 xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the Z4 M40i reaches 250 km/h.

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