2004 BMW 545 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 BMW 545 and 2000 BMW Z9 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
