1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 57 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 30 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |
