1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 431 kg more than 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | Z1 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
