2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
