1950 Austin A135 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |