2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Fiat Strada were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | Strada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |