1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z1 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
