1997 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 BMW Z3. (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Z3. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
