1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
