1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 765 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z1 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
