1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 12 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 442 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
