2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 118 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | Z9 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |