1999 BMW M5 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, both 1999 BMW M5 and 1999 BMW Z9 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 560 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |