2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
