1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z1 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
