1957 Austin A135 vs. 2008 BMW 740
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 740.
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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2008 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A135 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
