1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 11 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
