1950 Austin A135 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 56 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, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
