1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 27 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, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1992 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 520 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |