1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 BMW 325

To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2005 BMW 325
Make Austin BMW
Model A 55 325
Year Released 1955 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2730 mm


 

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