1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z1 | Record |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
