1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1050 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
