1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 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 | 550 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
