1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
