2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
