1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 17 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 470 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2007 Maserati Spyder 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. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Z1 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |