1954 Austin A vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 42 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, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 BMW 525.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A | 525 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 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 | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |