1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
