1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 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 99 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |