2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
