1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 33 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, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 528 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |