1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 7 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 282 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Z8 | KB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
