1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
