1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 BMW Z9
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1953 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2001 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
