1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 338 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
