1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 40 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | M3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |