1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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 56 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 392 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Because 1986 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
