2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 12 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 992 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | NV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3711 mm |
