1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1982 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3-Litre | 325 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |