1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
