1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2940 mm |
