1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 56 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 97 kg more than 1957 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A135 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
