1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 1990 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | Z1 | Patriot |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |