2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1300 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 | 1962 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| 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 | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
