1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 55 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 205 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 650 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |