1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 442 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z1 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
