1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1987 BMW Z1 and 1987 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1987 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z1 | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |