1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1961 BMW 501 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1961 BMW 501 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 135 | 501 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 308 Nm | 182 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |