1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1951 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 1951 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
