1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Austin | Daimler |
| Model | A 90 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
