1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
