1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |