1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |