1958 Austin A135 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 55 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A135 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |