1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z1 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
