1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW Z3 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 1998 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
