1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 25 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 379 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z1 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
