1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 49 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 620 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, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2008 BMW 745 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 745 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |