1958 Austin A135 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 51 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | M3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |