1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 38 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 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1950 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. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
