1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |