1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |