1951 Austin A vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A | Z4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |