1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 148 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |