2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |