1957 Austin A135 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 39 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, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 BMW 528.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 528 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |