2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z3 | 125 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |