1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1997 BMW S3.
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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
