1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 1989 BMW Z1 and 1983 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1983 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
