1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3110 mm |
