1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 325 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |