1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1961 BMW 501 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
