1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 BMW 318

To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 325 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2004 BMW 318 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. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2004 BMW 318
Make Austin BMW
Model A 55 318
Year Released 1955 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2770 mm


 

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