2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |