1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 BMW 750
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 43 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 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 | 2001 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 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 |
