1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
