1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 280 kg more 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, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 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 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 120 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |