1954 Austin A vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1987 BMW 324 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 324 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
