1968 Audi 100 vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | Z1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |