1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 750 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |