1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 50 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, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 75 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 316 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |