1957 Austin A135 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |