1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 59 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1405 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 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X5 M |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |