1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 402 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Z1 | Colt |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |