1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 335 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |