1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |
