1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 335 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 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 | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |