1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 273 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 Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |