2000 BMW 750 vs. 1990 BMW Z1
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 2000 BMW 750 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 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1990 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
