1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1963 Austin A 90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1952 BMW 501. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
