1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z1 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
