1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 53 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, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 820 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
