1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1975 BMW Coupe
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1975 BMW Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z1 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
