2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 225 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| 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 | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
