1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | Z1 | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
