2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
