1987 BMW 324 vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 324 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
