2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 BMW 1602
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1966 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 1602 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
