1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 53 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
