1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 600 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |