1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 54 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, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 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 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 118 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |