1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z8 and 1999 Infiniti I were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW Z8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I. 1999 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW Z8 | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | Z8 | I |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |