2004 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
