1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 49 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, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 2005 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |