1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
