1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 53 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 956 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 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 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | 545 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |