1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 2 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z9 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3230 mm |
