1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 304 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z1 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
