BMW Z4M Coupe to 370z? Test drive

djpathfinder

My brother has a 07 imola red Z4 MC and I've driven it a few times. Fabulous car...lots of fun. A little raspy above 4000 rpm, but virtually gone when he installed an Eisenmann exhaust. It has good acceleration and handling, but a bit rough riding compared to the 370Z. Because the seating position is so far back, it has a very exaggerated long hood and very short rear, so I find it difficult to judge distances when parking. I bug him all the time about how he's practically sitting on the rear axle. :-) The Z4M brakes are very touchy compared to a more even feel between gas and brake pedals on the 370Z. Both are awesome cars and are very similar in performance and handling. I find the 370Z easier to live with as a daily driver, plus I've always been a Z fan.

The Z4M is a rare car as only 1800 were made for North America. I've seen a few Z4 M roadsters locally, but never an M coupe. I chose a 40th anniversary Z, which is rare b/c only 1000 will be made. My brother says he wouldn't trade in his car for a 370Z, but would hands down choose the 370Z over the current Z4 model. I won't trade my Z for a Z4 MC...stalemate in our case. I'm sure you'll hear the same arguments from different people. It all boils down to personal preference. For what it's worth, I'm a very satisfied Z owner so far and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to someone else. Good luck in your decision.

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2012 GT-R Black Edition Jet Black
2010 370Z 40th Anniversary // SOLD