1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 47 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 980 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 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |