1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 64 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, 2011 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 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 415 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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 120 (300 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
