1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1311 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3700 mm |
