1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 44 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, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 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 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 323 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |