1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 60 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, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90.
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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
