1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 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 70 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |