2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | Z4 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
