1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
