1954 Austin A vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 740 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
