1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z9 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
