1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 BMW 318

To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 390 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 1999 BMW 318
Make Austin BMW
Model A 55 318
Year Released 1955 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2710 mm


 

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