1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2775 mm |
