2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 993 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |