1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1864 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.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
