1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, both 1986 BMW Z1 and 1986 Italdesign Machimoto 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 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
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 Italdesign Machimoto, 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 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
Make | BMW | Italdesign |
Model | Z1 | Machimoto |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |