1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
