1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1505 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 |