2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |