1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 1245 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 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 | 2001 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 88 L |
