1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3130 mm |
