1961 Austin A vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
