1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z1 | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
