1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 58 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 BMW X6.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2933 mm |
