1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 48 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, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 316.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2008 BMW 316 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. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 316 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |