1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | Isetta | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 346 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2610 mm |
