1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Honda Element, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z1 | Element |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |