1947 Austin A 125 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 125 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 125. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 125 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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.
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1947 Austin A 125 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 125 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 227 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |