2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 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 301 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500.
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 @ 4900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |