1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin A 110 | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 520 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |