1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1997 BMW Z3 and 1997 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
