1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 BMW Z4

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.

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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Austin A 90 2006 BMW Z4
Make Austin BMW
Model A 90 Z4
Year Released 1948 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2660 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 55 L


 

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