1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 44 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 330 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |