1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |