1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 BMW 525
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2003 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 525 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |