1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 BMW 545
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 350 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2003 BMW 545 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. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2003 BMW 545 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 545 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |