2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 11 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 38 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 254 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z9 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
