1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
