1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 630 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 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2003 BMW 530 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. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 530 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |