2003 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Fulvia | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Fulvia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
