1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z1 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |