1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1952 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 70 | 330 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |