2008 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1954 Vauxhall Cresta has manual transmission. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
