2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW Z4 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.8 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 | 1395 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |