1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 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 108 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300.
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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z9 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |