2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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 308 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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 Mitsubishi Minica 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z4 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
