1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 325 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |