1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 BMW Z4
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2003 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1290 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 |