1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 795 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 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 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |