1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Z9 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |