1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |