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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 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 | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 4018 mm |