1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 216 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 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 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | M5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |