2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |