2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
