1961 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 850 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |