1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 23 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 1989 BMW Z1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z1 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
