1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 370 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z1 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
