2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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 (315 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | OT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
