1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 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 61 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z1 | 929 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |