1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 110 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |