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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 315 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 655 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 320 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 | 3246 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1485 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |