1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
