2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 116 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 | 1330 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
