1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 542 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
