2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2001 BMW Z9 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z9 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z9 | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |