1953 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 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 | 612 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
