1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 330 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |