2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 54 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
