1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z1 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |