1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 BMW 318
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 BMW 318.
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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1991 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 318 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |