1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1080 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z1 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
