1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 325 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |