1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | BMW | Singer |
| Model | Z9 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
