1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 40 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 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 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
