1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 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 59 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
