1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 135 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
