2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
