1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 38 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 BMW 118.
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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 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 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 90 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
