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BMW Z4 vs. Porsche 911 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW Z4 vs. Porsche 911 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,350

BMW Z4 3.0i   
Difference: $52,635

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008200820112011201120112011
ModelZ4Z4Z4911911911911911
Trim3.0i3.0siM RoadsterCarreraCarrera SCarrera GTSTurboTurbo S
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $36,700 $42,700 $52,400 $88,800 $101,500 $112,900 $146,800 $172,100
Premium Package 2,900 2,100 2,950          
Power convertible top 750 750            
Leather seating surfaces 1,150              
Navigation system 1,800 1,800 1,800          
Wood trim 0 0 0 890 890   890 890
Sport Package 1,300 1,300            
Heated front seats 500 500 500 525 525 525 525 525
Xenon HID headlights 700 700            
Headlight washers 250 250            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 475 710 710 710    
Sport Chrono Package Plus       960 960 960    
Adaptive Sports Seats       3,055 3,055 2,255    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       420 420 420    
PCM       2,110 2,110 2,110    
Audio controls on steering wheel       615 615 365 0 0
Limited-slip rear differential       950 950 950    
Premium Package 2,635 1,910 2,685          
Power convertible top 685 685            
Leather seating surfaces 1,045              
Navigation system 1,640 1,640 1,640          
Wood trim 0 0 0 757 757   757 0
Sport Package 1,185 1,185            
Heated front seats 455 455 455 0 0 0 0 0
Xenon HID headlights 635 635            
Headlight washers 230 230            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 430 430 430 0 0 0    
Sport Chrono Package Plus       816 816 0    
Adaptive Sports Seats       2,597 2,597 0    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       0 0 0    
PCM       0 0 0    
Audio controls on steering wheel       0 0 0 0 0
Limited-slip rear differential       0 0 0    
Options (change) 9,825 7,875 5,725 10,235 10,235 8,295 1,415 1,415
Options (change) 8,940 7,170 5,210 4,170 4,170 0 757 0
Destination 825 825 825 950 950 950 950 950
Total Price $47,350 $51,400 $58,950 $99,985 $112,685 $122,145 $149,165 $174,465

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Porsche 911

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW Z4 3.0i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche 911 Turbo S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $49,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,467
Model Year20082008200820112011201120112011
ModelZ4Z4Z4911911911911911
Trim3.0i3.0siM RoadsterCarreraCarrera SCarrera GTSTurboTurbo S
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine215hp I6255hp I6330hp I6345hp H6385hp H6408hp H6500hp H6530hp H6
TransmissionM6M6M6M6M6M6M6S7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10430, 10430, 10235, 9235, 9235, 9385, 13385, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/45-18235/40-18235/35-19235/35-19235/35-19235/35-19
Total Price$47,350$51,400$58,950$99,985$112,685$122,145$149,165$174,465
Adjustments for Features0-375-425-2,875-3,375-3,575-5,400-12,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,350$51,025$58,525$97,110$109,310$118,570$143,765$162,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,675$11,175$0$12,200$21,460$46,655$65,055

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Features Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Porsche 911

Model Year20082008200820112011201120112011
ModelZ4Z4Z4911911911911911
Trim3.0i3.0siM RoadsterCarreraCarrera SCarrera GTSTurboTurbo S
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150$150$150$150 
7-speed automated manual       $1200
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0  
AWD      $1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15$15$15$15
Universal garage door opener   $100$100$100$100$100
Wind blocker   $300$300$300$300$300
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests   $500$500$500$500$500
Ceramic brake rotors       $4000
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75     
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75     
Roll bar$200$200$200     
Tires, run-flat$150$150      
Torque vectoring, brake-based       $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100     
Water-repellent front-door glass   $15$15$15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)       $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300$300$300$300$300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable     $500  
Rear-engine configuration   $0$0$0$0$0
Exterior 
Body kit     $0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25$25$25$25
Larger rear spoiler      $200$200
Retractable rear spoiler   $400$400$400  
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash       $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player   $0$0$0$0$0
Media drive   $15$15$15$15$15
Off-road navigation system   $0$0$0$0$0
Surround sound $250$250   $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200     
USB port   $25$25$25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge      $75$75
Chronometer   $100$100$100 $100
Fog light, rear   $100$100$100$100$100
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50$50$50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50$50$50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting   $150$150$150$150$150
Steering-linked headlights       $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25     
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10     
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10     
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100$100$100$100$100
Folding second row seats   $300$300$300$300$300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50     
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50     
Metal pedals   $75$75$75$75$75
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300     
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150$150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150$150$150$150
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100$100$100 $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100$100$100 $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat   $100$100$100 $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat   $100$100$100 $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces     $0  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather      $1000$1000
Wood trim$300$300$300$300$300 $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500$500$500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 $200$200$200 $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0     
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100$100 $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       $100
Total Value of Features$1,320$1,695$1,745$4,195$4,695$4,895$6,720$13,620
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$425$2,875$3,375$3,575$5,400$12,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-346-75-147-153-28-62-67

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Specifications Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Porsche 911

Model Year20082011
ModelZ4911
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase98.2 in92.5 in
Length161.1 in175.6 in
Width70.1 in71.2 in
Height51.1 in51.6 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,264 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.3 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.5 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in31.5 in
Cargo Volume8.5 ft34.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW Z4 3.0i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40WR18 tires200No
255/35WR18 tires200No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested30032%
Total Not Requested65068%

Option Package Details
BMW Z4 3.0si

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40WR18 tires200No
255/35WR18 tires200No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested30032%
Total Not Requested65068%

Option Package Details
BMW Z4 M Roadster

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Surround sound250Yes
THX-certified, 430W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested170076%
Total Not Requested55024%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested80053%
Total Not Requested70047%
PCM
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested80053%
Total Not Requested70047%
PCM
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested70050%
Total Not Requested70050%
PCM
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%

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