1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z1 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
