1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 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 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 130 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |