1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
