1957 Austin A135 vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 30 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, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 320 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |