1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 780 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, 2006 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 330 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |