1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z1 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
