1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 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 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 55 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
