1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
