1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 968 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
