1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 58 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 390 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. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
