1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |