1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Duna | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2497 mm |
