1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 54 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 330 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2790 mm |
