1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 87 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |