1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z1 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
