2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1999 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
