1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 44 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, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 2001 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 95 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
