1991 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 292 kg more than 1991 BMW Z1.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
