1954 Austin A vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 54 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Austin A. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2008 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 760 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
