2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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 @ 2750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |