1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z1 | Serena |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |