1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | Z8 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |