1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 48 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 1026 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 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 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
