1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z9 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |