1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1991 BMW 518
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 36 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 4 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1991 BMW 518 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 518 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |