1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 323 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z1 | Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
