1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |