1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 50 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, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 520 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |