1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 136 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z1 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
