1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
