1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 55 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 901 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 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 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 | 2009 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
