1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (373 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2600 mm |
