1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |