1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1990 BMW Z1 and 1990 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
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.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |