1986 Audi 200 vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, both 1986 Audi 200 and 1986 BMW Z1 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 200 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 200 | Z1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |