2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |