1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |
