1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |