1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |