1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 316 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 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 |