1952 Austin A vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 525 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
