1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z1 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
