1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 842 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3580 mm |
