The BMW Z4 M Coupé

1. The BMW Z4 M Coupé. (Short Version) 3 2. The BMW Z4 M
Coupé: Supreme Driving Pleasure for the True Individualist. 8 3.
Design of the BMW Z4 M Coupé: Visible Emotion. 10 4. Powertrain
of the BMW Z4 M Coupé: Powerful Passion. 14 5. Chassis and
Suspension of the BMW Z4 M Coupé: Driving Pleasure to the Limit.
19 6. Body and Passive Safety of the BMW Z4 M Coupé: Strong
Athlete. 27 7. Equipment of the BMW Z4 M Coupé: Exclusive and
Authentic. 29 8. Specifications. 33 9. Torque and Output Diagram. 34 10.
Exterior and Interior Dimensions. 35 1. The BMW Z4 M Coupé:
(Short Version) The BMW Z4 M Coupé is a sports car for very
special moments - moments the driver may well experience every
kilometre, every mile on the road. Uncompromising, purist, and
extremely powerful, this two-seater offers an unparalleled experience
of undiluted dynamism both in everyday traffic and on the race track.
Without doubt, its prize-winning 3.2-litre straight-six M power unit
developing maximum output of 252 kW/343 hp offers performance of the
highest conceivable standard. Over and above the sheer power of the
engine also borne out by maximum torque of 365 Newton-metres or 269
lb-ft, the BMW Z4 M Coupé stands out in particular through its
chassis and suspension designed and built to convey enormous power
safely and smoothly to the road. Indeed, the unique character of this
equally unique sports car is expressed most convincingly by its high
standard of agility and spontaneity in responding to all of the
driver's commands. While obviously being closely related to the BMW Z4
M Roadster, this fixed-roof two-seater goes its own way also in its
design and styling. The low and sleek curvature of the roof typical of
a coupé and the striking look of the car from the side make this
new model unmistakable at first sight. The BMW Z4 M Coupé is now
bringing to life the Concept Car presented by BMW at the 2005 Frankfurt
Motor Show in its most sporting and dynamic rendition. A great wish and
sincere hope expressed by many sports car enthusiasts everywhere is
therefore now becoming reality faster than expected. Entering the
market at the same time as the BMW Z4 Coupé 3.0si, the BMW Z4 M
Coupé is the most impressive proof of the huge dynamic potential
and performance this new model variant is able to offer. Athletic and
authentic - the design of the BMW Z4 M Coupé. Even at very first
sight, the BMW Z4 M Coupé offers a clear impression of the
purist diving pleasure this unique car is able to provide. The entire
front section of the BMW Z4 M Coupé - like that of the BMW Z4 M
Roadster - emanates a thrilling sense of power and forward-urging
dynamism. This impression is accentuated above all by the
powerful-looking front air dam with its distinct x-shaped lines and
openings, the large air intake scoops in the engine compartment lid,
the deeply embedded radiator kidney grille, and the two striking
precision lines running along the car. Seen from the side, the design
of this two-door sports machine with its sleek roof extending down to
the rear in typical coupé style and the "Hofmeister
kick" characteristic of all BMW models, looks particularly dynamic
and powerful. This characteristic appearance is further accentuated by
the passenger cell moved far to the rear and the lowered contour of the
roof in the middle. Ultimately, therefore, both the lines of the car
and its proportions convey the same convincing message: the BMW Z4 M
Coupé is low, dynamic, and fast. The BMW Z4 M Coupé is
also unmistakable, dynamic and full of character from behind: The
passenger compartment merges dynamically into the rear end of the car,
giving the rear wheel arches a particularly powerful and muscular look.
The horizontal diffuser as well as the chrome-plated twin tailpipes
positioned far to the outside add a particularly striking touch. The
luggage compartment offers up to 300 litres or 10.5 cubic feet capacity,
giving the BMW Z4 M Coupé very generous and easily accessible
space for a sports car. High-speed power unit for incomparable
performance. BMW's new two-seater is powered by the same prize-winning
3.2-litre straight-six M engine also featured in the BMW M3 and the BMW
Z4 Roadster. The engine's performance figures are indeed impressive at
very first sight: 3,246 cc displacement, 252 kW/343 hp maximum output
at an engine speed of 7,900 rpm, maximum engine speed of 8,000 rpm. And
no less than 80 per cent of the engine's maximum torque of 365 Newton-
metres or 269 lb-ft is available at the driver's request from just 2,000
rpm. Output per litre is 77.8kW or 106 hp, giving the BMW Z4 M
Coupé a power-to-weight ratio of just 5.6 kilos or 7.6 lb/kW.
Acceleration to 100 km/h comes in 5.0 seconds and top speed is limited
electronically to 250 km/h or 155 mph. The pleasure of shifting gears
six times over. The concept of a high-speed engine is particularly
impressive whenever the torque available is converted into optimum
thrust and power on the road by a short overall transmission ratio. And
precisely this is what the BMW Z4 M Coupé has to offer, with its
six-speed manual gearbox laid out for optimum performance throughout
the engine's entire gearshift and speed range. Short gearshift travel,
precise action of the shift lever, and close increments between the six
gears - these are the typical features of this outstanding
transmission. Optimum conditions for perfect suspension. The superior
engine and drivetrain of the BMW Z4 M Coupé are matched by an
equally superior high-performance suspension. In its basic concept, the
suspension is identical to that of the BMW Z4 M Roadster, but has
nevertheless been geared specifically to the particular requirements of
the fixed-head model. Just how perfectly all the car's components
harmonise with one another is clearly proven by the BMW Z4 M
Coupé on the Nordschleife, the Northern Circuit of
Nürburgring, where the Z4 M Coupé outperforms the lap times
of even the BMW M3 and the BMW Z4 M Roadster. The chassis and
suspension of the BMW Z4 M Coupé is identical in many respects
to the chassis and suspension of the BMW M3, with a wide range of shared
components. One example is the M differential lock on the rear axle,
while the highly effective 18-inch compound brake system comes straight
from the BMW M3 CSL. BMW's DSC Dynamic Stability Control, in turn,
supplements the suspension with its significant safety reserves
whenever the going gets critical. Wheels in exclusive design. Offering
a particularly light but dynamic look, the exclusive double-spoke
aluminium rims allow the beholder to fully admire the 18-inch disc
brakes, thus emphasising the high-performance character of this very
special two-seater. The high-performance 225/45 ZR18 tyres at the front
and 255/40 ZR18 tyres at the rear offer an ideal match for the
exceptional power and dynamism of the car. The body: light and strong
all in one. The safe and dynamic driving qualities of the BMW Z4 M
Coupé are also attributable to the extremely strong, torsionally
and flexurally stiff structure of the body. With torsional stiffness of
32,000 Nm/o, the body of this new model sets the standard in its
segment, offering both driver and passenger passive safety of the very
best: Benefiting from perfect interaction of the body and safety
systems, the car's occupants enjoy perfect protection in virtually any
kind of accident. The interior: concentrating on sports motoring. The
interior of the BMW Z4 M Coupé combines a modern ambience in
sporting and purist look with a supreme standard of sophisticated
style, design and function all coming together in one harmonious
concept. The cockpit is tailored consistently to the driver, with all
controls and instruments placed perfectly on or around the steering
wheel for supreme ergonomics. Multi-function buttons featured as
standard help the driver concentrate on the essential, operating the
telephone or audio system at the touch of a finger, without having to
take his hand off the steering wheel. The M sports seat offers perfect
body support and gives the driver reliable feedback at all times. The M
leather steering wheel with perfect grip, in turn, features a strong
rim profile and thumb contours for secure grip and precise handling at
all times. The speedometer and rev counter naturally come with red
needles in the typical style of BMW M. Another highlight of the M models
is the variable engine speed pre-warning field in the rev counter, the
yellow pre-warning and red warning field limiting the engine speed
allowed in each case as a function of current engine oil temperature.
So with the temperature of the engine oil increasing, the engine is
able to rev faster and move up to a higher speed range. And last but
certainly not least, the BMW Z4 M Coupé stands out from the BMW
Z4 Coupé 3.0si also in the design of the gearshift lever knob,
the door cutout trim strips, the air conditioning and fresh air nozzles
finished in galvanic alloy-treated pearl gloss chrome, as well as the
door openers and closing handles. Colours and design variants. A
selection of four leather colours, two choices of soft nappa leather
varying in its degree of finish, as well as three exclusive trim
variants ensure supreme style and individual freedom within the
passenger compartment. Three exclusive M paintwork colours and five
additional exterior colour options enable the customer to give his - or
her - BMW Z4 M Coupé a very personal touch. Wide range of
standard equipment. The BMW Z4 M Coupé comes with static bi-xenon
headlights for optimum high- and low-beam quality ensuring perfect
visibility under all conditions. Two light rings in the headlights, in
turn, provide that typical look so characteristic of BMW. Another
standard feature is the two-stage Brake Force Display significantly
enhancing traffic safety whenever required: With the driver braking
hard or with the ABS anti-lock brakes intervening, the area covered by
the rear lights is enlarged accordingly. Further standard features
include automatic air conditioning, a CD radio, an on-board computer,
sports seats in leather, a multifunction steering wheel, as well as a
tyre pressure warning system. Optional: top-end HiFi systems. As an
alternative to the "regular" sound system, two HiFi systems
available as an option ensure truly excellent brilliance and
performance at all times. The high-end Professional system even uses
the most advanced Carver technology able to generate enormous sound
pressure by combining the volume of the right and left subwoofers.
Two navigation systems with DVD memory as an option. The Business
navigation system integrated in the instrument panel uses a DVD
comprising geographic data for the whole of Europe. A further highlight
is that this system also enables the driver to operate the on-board
computer, radio and telephone from the same control panel. The
Professional navigation system, in turn, comes with a 16 : 9 colour
monitor adjustable or folding in entirely either electrically or by
hand. And the use of innovative film technology on the surface of the
screen makes the display clear and easy to read under all light conditions.