2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200.
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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
