1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | 335 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |