1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 318 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1893 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |