2001 BMW Z18 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 BMW Z18 and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z18 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z18 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z18. (340 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z18 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z18 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
