1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z1 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |