1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z9 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3650 mm |