1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 49 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 671 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
