1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 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 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z1 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
