1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 8 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1072 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1. 1994 BMW 750 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. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1994 BMW 750 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z1 | 750 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |