1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 56 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1951 Austin A 110. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 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 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | M6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4997 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 | 7750 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |