1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z8 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |