2009 BMW 135 vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 22 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. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 70 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
