1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 BMW M5
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 43 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 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 290 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 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 | 1999 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | M5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 499 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |