1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 49 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, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |