1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 434 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |