1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
