2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | Z4 | A40S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |