1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 110 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 325 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |