2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia 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 (189 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Z4 | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |