1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 655 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3560 mm |
