1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 45 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, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 318 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |