1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
