2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |