1994 BMW 518 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 518 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
