1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2000 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 325 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |