1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 57 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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 515 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 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 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 528 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2888 mm |