1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 57 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 328 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2979 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |