2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 375 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW Z4 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 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 |