1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 512 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z1 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
