2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
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 (385 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
