2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
