1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 BMW Z1. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z1 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
