1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 BMW 316
To start off, 1997 BMW 316 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 316 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1997 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
