2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z4 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
