1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
