1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 30 | 325 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |