1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. 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 174 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2480 mm |
