1963 Austin Princess vs. 2009 BMW Z4

To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin Princess 2009 BMW Z4
Make Austin BMW
Model Princess Z4
Year Released 1963 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3992 cc 3246 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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