2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
