2009 BMW 325 vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 23 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. Both 2009 BMW 325 and 1986 BMW Z1 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1986 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| 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 | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
