1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 57 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1948 Austin A 110. 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, 2005 BMW 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2005 BMW 745 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 745 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |