1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 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 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 74 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 800 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2497 mm |
