1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |