1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 70 | 330 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |