1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z1 | R5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
