1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 11 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.

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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW Z9 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model Z9 Sprinter
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 242 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 2590 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 3665 mm


 

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