2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z9 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2350 mm |
