1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 BMW 502
To start off, 1956 BMW 502 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1956 BMW 502 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 70 | 502 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |