1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |