1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 BMW Breyton
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton 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 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 1010 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 Breyton (746 Nm) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton 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 Breyton | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | Breyton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3300 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
