2008 BMW 525 vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 525 and 1987 BMW Z1 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
