2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
