1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |