1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 49 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, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 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 155 kg more than 1996 BMW 735.
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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
