1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z1 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
