1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |