1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1953 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 1953 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |
