1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 125 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z8 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
