1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 140 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1360 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 |