1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
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 Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |