1950 Austin A135 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 59 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | M3 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |