1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1986 BMW 735
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 1986 BMW 735 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | 735 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |