1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 56 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 420 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. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
