1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Monteverdi | BMW |
Model | Sierra | Z4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |