1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 BMW 635
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30.
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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 2009 BMW 635 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 30 | 635 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 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 |