1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.
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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2005 BMW 745 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 745 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2010 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |