1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 50 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.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
