1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |