1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |