1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2006 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2170 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 | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |