1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1200 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Z1 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3360 mm |