1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 58 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1085 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 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 750 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |