1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1991 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 325 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
