1958 Austin A135 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 49 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2007 BMW Convertible 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. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Austin A135 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | Convertible |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |