1957 Austin A135 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 645 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |