1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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. Both 1989 BMW Z1 and 1998 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 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, 1998 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z1 | 325 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |