1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 225 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
