1951 Austin A vs. 1972 BMW 2002
To start off, 1972 BMW 2002 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 2002 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 1972 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1972 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A | 2002 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |