1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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 70 | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
