1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 56 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, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1953 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 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 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 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 323 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |