2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 20 L |
