1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 59 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 465 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
