1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1973 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1973 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |