1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z9 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2649 mm |
