1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 189 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 235 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 | 445 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |