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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 795 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3650 mm |
