1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |