1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z1 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
