1957 Austin A135 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |