1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
