1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 125

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 45 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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 278 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin A 110 2009 BMW 125
Make Austin BMW
Model A 110 125
Year Released 1964 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 162 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1604 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 53 L


 

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