1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 22 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 BMW Z1 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Z1 | Equator |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |