1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 50 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, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1958 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 320 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |