1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1317 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 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | Z1 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |
