1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3940 mm |
