1950 Austin A135 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |