1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
