1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. 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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW Z1 | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | Z1 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |