1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z9 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2834 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2970 mm |
