1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
