1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 730 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2940 mm |