1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 490 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Z9 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
