2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
