1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 115 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z1 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
