1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 45 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 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 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 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 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 130 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |