FIAT 124 Spider vs. BMW Z4
When we compare the FIAT 124 Spider's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 124 Spider has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The BMW Z4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 124 Spider's and the BMW Z4's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 124 Spider is a better car than the BMW Z4.
FIAT 124 Spider vs. BMW Z4 Pricing
A used 2020 FIAT 124 Spider ranges from $21,990 to $31,199 while a used 2020 BMW Z4 is priced between $38,887 to $54,995.
FIAT 124 Spider vs. BMW Z4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 124 Spider loses 40.5 percent of its value and the BMW Z4 loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the FIAT 124 Spider retains 3.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW Z4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 124 Spider’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the BMW Z4 base engine makes 255 horsepower. The 124 Spider is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 417 miles. The Z4 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 438 miles.This gives the FIAT 124 Spider the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW Z4 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21990 - 31199
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405071
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
38887 - 54995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443609
FIAT 124 Spider Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW Z4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.570496 / 10
Reliability:
8.140992 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 124 Spider Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
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9 out of / 15Ranking
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11 out of / 15Ranking
15 out of / 15BMW Z4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 26Ranking
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17 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
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33 out of / 40Ranking
37 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 124 Spider Trim Levels
Abarth, Classica, Lusso, Urbana Edition
BMW Z4 Trim Levels
sDrive 30i, sDrive M40i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
294 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 417 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
329 / 438 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2436 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
48.5 inches
Length:
159.6 inches
Wheelbase:
90.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3287 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.4 inches
Length:
170.7 inches
Wheelbase:
97.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18