1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1991 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |