2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z9 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
