1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
