1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1117 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
