2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Stilo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
