1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
