1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 299 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 99 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z8 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
