1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z1 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
