1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 318 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |