1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1998 BMW 728
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 BMW 728.
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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1998 BMW 728 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 728 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2940 mm |