1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1.
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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3710 mm |