1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z9 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
