1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
