1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z1 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |