1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 48 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 615 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 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 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 520 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |