1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 1988 BMW Z1 and 1988 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1.
Because 1988 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |