1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z9 | Supra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |