2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2002 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 BMW Z4 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z4 | A 109 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |