2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
