1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 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 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Carabo | Z4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |