1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 30 | 545 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |