2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z9 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
