1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1995 BMW 316
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1995 BMW 316.
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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1995 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 316 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |