1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 214 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |