1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z9 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
