1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Austin | Brilliance |
| Model | A 90 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
