1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 11 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 255 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, 2001 Rover 75, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z1 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
