2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 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 138 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
