1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 95 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
