1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2007 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2007 BMW 740 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 740 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |