1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 189 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z1 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
