2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW Z4 1965 Vauxhall Victor
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model Z4 Victor
Year Released 2009 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 48 L


 

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