1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 11 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | Z1 | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
