1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 827 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2008 Ford Explorer 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. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3320 mm |