1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |
