1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 46 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 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 116 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 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 | 50 L |