1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | Touring |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |