1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 58 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 646 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 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 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | M6 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |