1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 BMW 125

To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 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 250 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.

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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Austin A 90 2010 BMW 125
Make Austin BMW
Model A 90 125
Year Released 1965 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2910 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 53 L


 

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