1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
