1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
