1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1100 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |