1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 13 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 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 410 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z1 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |