1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | X5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |