2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | Z4 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |