1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |
