1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |