1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
