2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
