1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 65 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | M3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |