2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Porsche 936
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1979 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1979 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | 936 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 702 kg |
