1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Z1 | Wind |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |