1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Ford Cougar 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 112 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar.
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 Cougar, 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |