1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 572 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z8 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |
