1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 890 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z1 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2895 mm |
