1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 56 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, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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 50 kg more than 2005 BMW X3.
Because 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 110 | X3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |