1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1989 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1989 BMW Z1 and 1989 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Rekord weights approximately 50 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1989 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z1 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
