1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | M3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |