1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 325 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |