1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z1 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |