1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |
