1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1950 AC 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | Z4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |