2007 BMW 525 vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 525 and 1989 BMW Z1 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
