2000 BMW 316 vs. 1990 BMW Z1
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 10 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 62 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 2000 BMW 316 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. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1990 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
