1961 Austin A vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A | 525 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
