1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 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 52 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 87 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Z1 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
