1951 Austin A 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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 595 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2007 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A | M6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |