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 4,397 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 @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2775 mm |
