1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1075 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | X3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 67 L |