2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
