1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 BMW 325
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 325 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1985 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 325 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |