1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z3 | 930 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |