1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 60 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 413 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Austin A 70 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 70 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |