1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 BMW 725
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1983 BMW 725 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 725 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |