1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 330 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |