2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | Z4 | 950 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2130 mm |
