1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 328 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |