1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1986 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
