1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 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 | 2010 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 70 | 750 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |