1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
