Z4 sDrive30i vs WRX tS

BMW · Subaru

1/4 Mile winner

Z4 sDrive30i

Beats the WRX tS by 0.00s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Z4 sDrive30i beats the WRX tS by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Z4 sDrive30i thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

255 hp

271 hp

0–100 km/h

5.4s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo I4

H4 Turbo

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

400 Nm

350 Nm

Price

$54,000

$46,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Z4 sDrive30i

WRX tS

100 m

6.042s

1/8 mile

8.919s

1/4 mile

13.378s

1 km

23.865s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: WRX tS is $46,000 vs $54,000 for the Z4 sDrive30i — a $8,000 gap. Power: WRX tS makes 16 hp more (255 vs 271).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Z4 sDrive30i or the WRX tS?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Z4 sDrive30i is faster, beating the WRX tS by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Z4 sDrive30i vs the WRX tS?

The Z4 sDrive30i hits 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, while the WRX tS does it in 5.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Z4 sDrive30i produces 255 hp; the WRX tS produces 271 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Z4 sDrive30i tops out at 250 km/h, and the WRX tS reaches 250 km/h.

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