1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 2002 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
