1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 330 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |