1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 993 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
