1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 48 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 116 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |