1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 12 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | Z9 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2673 mm |
