2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Z9 | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2799 mm |
