1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 145 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |