1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | M3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |