2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
