1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |