1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
