1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 330 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |