1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 87 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
