1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 30 | 135 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |