1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator 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. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Z1 | Equator |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |