1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E 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 23 more horse power than 2002 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata E weights approximately 372 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Z1 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
