1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 122 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
