2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. 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 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |