1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1965 Seat 1500
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1965 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Z1 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
