1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 52 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
