1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Ford Contour 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 114 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour.
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 Ford Contour, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |