1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. 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 262 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |
