1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1952 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |