1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 BMW M5
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2004 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | M5 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |