1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2012 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2497 mm |