1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 BMW 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2008 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
