1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | J4 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2855 mm |
