1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2480 mm |
