2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |