1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 58 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
