1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
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 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
