1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1992 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
