1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 883 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8. 2011 Nissan Armada 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. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z8 | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5600 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |