1949 BMW 340 vs. 1990 BMW Z1
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1990 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 340 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
