1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 907 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 600 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 583 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
