1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. 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.
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1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |