1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 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 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. 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 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1600 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1600 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |