2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 3 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z9 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
