1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 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 470 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |
