2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1485 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |