2007 Audi S4 vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
