1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 928 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |