1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z1 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
