2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 98 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
