2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z9 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2420 mm |
