1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 BMW Z1 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z1 | Express |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |