1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 856 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.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z1 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
