1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Touring |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |