2000 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti A40S has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti A40S 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:
2000 BMW 325 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 325 | A40S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |