1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, both 1990 BMW Z1 and 1990 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 1990 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | Z1 | 900 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |