1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |