1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3380 mm |
