1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 14 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Z9 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3295 mm |
