2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 904 kg more 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3665 mm |
