1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1975 BMW 520
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 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 52 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1975 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z1 | 520 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |