2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
