1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 8 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 128 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z1 | Today |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
