2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2001 BMW Z9
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2001 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z9 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
