1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 184 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1962 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:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1570 kg | 1386 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 | 34 L | 51 L |
