1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 280 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.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 BMW 748 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z9 | 748 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
