1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 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 35 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | Touring |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |