1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno 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 136 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | Z1 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |