1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z9 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |