1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3250 mm |
