1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 18 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 227 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
