1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 406 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z1 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
