2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z4 | Fellow |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2100 mm |
