1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z9 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |