1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
