1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
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:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
