1947 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1947 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1947 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1947 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Fiat 500 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |
