1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
