1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, both 1987 BMW Z1 and 1987 Renault 11 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 122 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. 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 Renault 11, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z1 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
