1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 56 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, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 410 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
