1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1955 Fiat 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2011 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 600 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |