1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 7 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z1 | Crew |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |