1957 Austin A 95 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 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, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 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 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 95 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
