1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1960 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2001 BMW 740 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 740 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |