2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
