1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 650 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, 2010 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 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 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | 116 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |